#17 • 3 Antique Art Deco Mesh Evening Purses - Whiting & Davis Floral & 2 Enamel

Part of Uptown Auctions October-November Online Auction (timed auction by Uptown Online Auctions)

High bid $96.00

Status: Sold

Antique collection of three (3) Art Deco flapper-era mesh evening purses (c. 1920s). This collection features a variety of classic patterns and styles from the Roaring Twenties: Whiting & Davis Floral Mesh Purse: Features a gold-tone Art Deco frame with geometric cutouts and a vibrant painted floral design on fine ring mesh with lower fringe trim. Stamped with the classic Whiting & Davis Co. Mesh Bags trademark inside the frame. Blue & Ivory Geometric Enamel Mesh Purse: Styled with a silver-tone filigree frame, bottom fringe, and an Art Deco diamond pattern. Pink & Black Lattice Enamel Mesh Purse: Features an ornate arching silver-tone frame, dangling metal bead tassels, and a geometric lattice enamel design. Key Details Era: 1920s Art Deco Flapper Period. Maker: Includes one maker-marked Whiting & Davis piece alongside two classic enamelled mesh purses. Dimensions: Please see photos for detailed scale and measurement views. Condition: Antique condition with visible age-appropriate wear across all three purses, including surface patina, light finish loss, and separation along mesh edges. Offered as-found for restoration, display, or study. Please review all photos closely for exact condition details.